SABC 2 will broadcast a special edition of its talk show Eintlek Let’s Connect from the Montreux Jazz Festival in Franschhoek on Friday, 27 March 2026 at 16h30, marking a significant cultural moment as the globally renowned festival takes place on African soil for the first time.
Hosted by Penny Lebyane and Fran-Rico Lucas, the broadcast will bring viewers closer to one of the world’s most celebrated music festivals through exclusive interviews with headline artists, behind-the-scenes access, and an immersive look at the atmosphere of this landmark event.
Originating on the shores of Lake Geneva in Switzerland, the Montreux Jazz Festival has built a global reputation for musical excellence, cultural exchange, and genre-defying collaboration. Its arrival in Franschhoek represents a powerful convergence of global prestige and African creative expression, reinforcing the continent’s role in the international cultural landscape.
The Eintlek Let’s Connect broadcast forms part of SABC 2’s on-the-ground activation at the festival, designed to deepen audience engagement, extend the channel’s cultural footprint, and create meaningful touchpoints between viewers and major national and global events.
“This broadcast is about connection — connecting South African audiences to a global cultural experience now rooted on African soil, and bringing them closer to the people and stories behind the music,” said Dichaba Phalatse, Manager: Video Entertainment Marketing.
Viewers can expect a rich mix of conversations, cultural insights, and festival moments that capture both the scale and intimacy of Montreux Jazz Festival Franschhoek.
Broadcast Details:
Eintlek Let’s Connect – Montreux Jazz Festival Special
Friday, 27 March 2026
16h30
SABC 2